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Topic Review (Newest First)

01-09-2013 08:57 PM

chatyak

After much debate.... I ended up with this setup.... just thought I'd share:

Can you notice a real major difference between the highback of the SL and Atlas? One is about $30-$40 more.

Yeah the difference is noticeable. With the atlas the highback twists evenly both ways. On the SL the highback twists inward easier and is more rigid outwards and makes a good combo of comfort and response.

Its not that really. Its like driving a car very sensitive power steering at very high 100 MPH plus speeds. The stiff binding transfers more of your movements directly to the board which makes it very responsive. When you are going fast on a board, all of your body movements have a lot more affect on board performance. So, if you have a fairly soft board; especially torsionally, a stiff binding will make the control very very touchy. It becomes extremely easy to oversteer.

Good explanation. Thank you. Also sent you a PM some time ago - check your inbox

If your Missions are still in good shape, they should be a pretty decent match for the SL. The SL is such a great "middle of the road" board and is so versatile that you really can get away with damn near anything. I just personally don't like putting a super stiff binding on a softer flexing board; tends to make it very touch at higher speeds.

A stiffer binding makes things sketchy at high speed? Is this because you cannot "feel" the board the same way?

12-31-2012 03:43 PM

chatyak

Is it worth it spending the money on new bindings versus my current ones? I'm trying to save a bit of cash... not sure if the upgrade of $250 is worth it from my 2008 Burton Missions to a newer set.

My options are limited. I like the idea of auto-canting, however I'd have to spend $300 on burton cartels in Canada. I can get a set of Union SLs or Atlas for around $260.

12-28-2012 08:38 PM

Slush Puppie

Not had too much problem with the toe strap slipping because I found that I way prefer the feel rocking them over the top rather than cap and have worn them mostly like that. More responsive, completely comfortable and works well with my foot shape.

The Rome 390 Boss works great with the SL too. Don't know if it's the best option don't have anything to compare to but feels good in every way.

I found the Rome 390 BOSS worked well with the SL for a mix of park and freeride, but got rid of them because the toecap didn't fit my boot (Nitro) well and kept sliding off. I ended up switching to a pair of Burton CO2s and I like them (there are a little bit stiffer though, and I generally like more responsive gear as before the 390 BOSS I had a pair of Burton C60s on it).

12-28-2012 07:56 PM

Slush Puppie

The Rome 390 Boss works great with the SL too. Don't know if it's the best option don't have anything to compare to but feels good in every way.

ah, I don't know you'll be able to figure that one out unless you try them at the store with your boots. I don't have that issue with the large Cartels and size 12 DC Judges.

Hmm alright. I'll see what models are in the stores around here and go from there. I know one place as the SL and Atlas from Union. Think another shop here carries the cartels.... time to check. Not sure on the other brands if they are carried.